About
Patients in their care may suffer from a diverse array of health conditions, from the everyday to the extraordinary, like asthma, emphysema, pneumonia, bronchitis, COVID-19, lung cancer, or cystic fibrosis. Whatever the underlying cause, the respiratory therapists' treatment is no less vital to the patient's wellbeing and quality of life.
The Respiratory Therapy, AAS program is offered through a partnership with Prince George's Community College (PGCC). This is a competitive admission program, with 25% of total program spots held for CSM students.
Students accepted to the program complete their general education courses and foundational health sciences coursework through CSM, with occupation-specific classes offered through PGCC.
Organization
College of Southern Maryland - Regional Hughesville Campus
College of Southern Maryland, Regional Hughesville Campus, is a community college in Hughesville, Maryland, offering pathways for career preparation and transfer toward a bachelor’s degree. Its occupational training includes Certified Nursing Assistant, Commercial Driver’s License Class A (CDL-A), Dental Assistant, HVAC, Medical Assistant, and Welding, among other fields. The college also offers associate degrees, certificates, letters of recognition, and workforce training. Programs span arts and humanities, business and information systems, education and public service, health, science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and trades, transportation, and energy. CSM provides guided pathways for students beginning careers, gaining knowledge, or pursuing further education. Transfer agreements extend to colleges and universities in Maryland, Virginia, and beyond, while student support includes academic advising, academic support, career development, military and veteran services, and transfer services.